Scientific Advisor - VIE Contract

Location: Cambridge, United States of America
Target start date: January 12, 2026
This position is part of the iMove program, open to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein, and Iceland) aged 18–28. Candidates cannot apply for an assignment in their own country of citizenship. Applications must be submitted in English.

About the role

As a Scientific Advisor VIE within our Medical team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic and scientific direction of the Alliance Immunology Respiratory Franchise. You will partner with the Global Medical Evidence Generation Lead, Respiratory, acting as a key support in driving medical affairs initiatives forward. You will work cross-functionally, helping to shape efficient and optimized global strategies while applying your scientific expertise to critical projects.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission where deep immunology science meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

Responsibilities

• Provide scientific and strategic support to the Global Medical Evidence Generation Lead, Respiratory, and COPD Medical Affairs team.
• Assist in the development and implementation of medical strategies and initiatives.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure timely delivery of objectives.
• Prepare and review scientific communications, presentations, and reports.
• Prepare and present scientific data.
• Support planning and execution of scientific events: advisory boards with external experts and scientific symposia.
• Contribute to the development of medical affairs policies and ways of working.
• Set up and foster cooperations with external medical experts and network activities.
• Cooperate with other medical functions (Global) and cross-functionally.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of full-time experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Medical Affairs.
• Demonstrated project management experience.
• Master’s degree in a scientific field related to the position.
• Fluent English (written and verbal).

Skills

• Exceptional entrepreneurial mindset.
• Driven by curiosity and thoughtful risk-taking.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge in immunology and/or respiratory is a plus.

Benefits

• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development.
• Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes.
• Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.

About iMove

iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi, we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow. Sanofi’s Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers job assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide these opportunities in various functions such as marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, and more than 40 countries.